Blog Archive

More than a Million Fewer Detention Days for Youth

The new Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative's Results Report demonstrates the impact of the Foundation's juvenile justice reform efforts.

The American Family — For the Most Part — Still Has Two Parents

The majority of children in America — two out of every three kids — live in married-couple households, according to the KIDS COUNT Data Center.

Register for Child Welfare Webinar on Connecting Kids to Family Through Casework

Every child needs a family. Learn how agencies can build lasting connections through high-performing practices in Casey’s upcoming webinar.

Nearly 425,000 Kids in Foster Care Before the COVID-19 Pandemic Hit in 2018

Nearly 425,000 children were in the U.S. foster care system before the COVID-19 pandemic began. Take a closer look at this demographic.

What Are We Thankful For? Progress!

Since the most recent recession, Americans have experienced gains in the areas of education, economic well-being and health.

McCarthy Speaks at Community and Diversity in American Life Colloquium

Former Casey President Patrick McCarthy spoke at the Community & Diversity in American Life Forum, focusing on how to strengthen families and communities.

APA Reinforces Casey’s Vision for Juvenile Probation Transformation

An APA journal article backs Casey’s call to reform juvenile probation, citing two jurisdictions with major progress. Read more.

Grants Awarded to Help Baltimore Families and Children

The Casey Foundation awarded grants to local nonprofits supporting summer programs for youth through its 2013 Baltimore Direct Services Grants program.